Darin LaHood (R-IL)
Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 22, 2026, through March 28, 2026, as "National Cleaning Week".
A Republican resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating the week of March 22, 2026, through March 28, 2026, as "National Cleaning Week." The measure recognizes the essential services provided by the cleaning industry to maintain sanitary conditions. It notes that cleaning and disinfection are investments in human health and safety. The resolution highlights that routine cleaning can reduce surface contamination by viruses. Finally, it aims to promote safe and clean environments in various settings.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +1
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution emphasizes maintaining healthy and safe environments in schools.
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Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Promoting safe and clean environments at home benefits all households regardless of income.
- Scored +1
Would people in cities be better off under this?
The focus on sanitation and public health benefits residents in dense urban environments.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Public Health: The resolution states that cleaning and disinfection serve as an investment in protecting human health and safety.
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Reduction of Disease Transmission: According to findings by ISSA, routine cleaning and disinfection can reduce the number of surfaces contaminated by viruses by 62 percent, which helps reduce the rate of infectious disease transmission.
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Promotion of Safe Environments: The designation of "National Cleaning Week" is intended to promote safe and clean environments at work, in schools, and at home.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain any provisions that describe negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes maintaining healthy and safe environments in schools. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Promoting safe and clean environments at home benefits all households regardless of income. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The focus on sanitation and public health benefits residents in dense urban environments.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The resolution highlights the role of manufacturers and distributors in producing and delivering critical hygiene products. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution recognizes the essential services and commitment of frontline cleaning professionals, which helps highlight the importance of their industry.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The resolution highlights the importance of maintaining healthy and safe environments within schools.
- Healthcare
- Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak? — The resolution notes that routine cleaning and disinfection can significantly reduce the transmission of infectious diseases.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The promotion of clean environments in schools and homes contributes to general community well-being.
- 3/19/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Raja KrishnamoorthiDemocrat · Illinois